Sikao - anyone had a holiday there?

[Pakeha]

We were going to stay in Krabi for a couple of weeks but now I'm thinking Sikao could be better - closer to family in Trang.

Can anyone comment on what it's like to stay in Sikao for a family holiday. We will have all ages - adults, teens, young kids. Just want reasonable accommodation, some eating out options, good beach to take the kids to, a bit off activity - markets, shops etc. and safety!

[schondie]

Sikao is a nice safe area but after the sun sets there's not much to do compared to places in Krabi. The last time I stayed there I saw a few foreign tourists milling around but nothing for them to do. Most of the seafront places shut down but there's a couple of little shops for snacks and drinks.

[Pakeha]

Thanks schondie!

[grumpyoldman]

Hat Chao Mai National Park has cabins that you can rent, as well as kayaks you can use to see nearby caves, 4-6kms of beach coastline going up to Pak Meng. It's awesome.For sure a super adventure for the family. Tents are a go too, all kids like a good campout.

Hopefully the mods are ok. with an expedia link (?), I'm not afflited or a promoter, just have been there and know it's GREAT.

Info:

http://www.expedia.co.th/en/Hat-Chao-Mai-National-Park-Sikao.d6148411.Attraction?rfrr=Redirect.From.www.expedia.com%2525252FHat-Chao-Mai-National-Park-Sikao.d6148411.Vacation-Attraction

[Pakeha]

I love Hat Chao Mai and Pak Meng is pretty cool - for a day. I think it'd be a bit quiet for a longer stay. Have they cleaned Pak Meng up? Last time I was there a few years ago it was still pretty damaged from the Tsunami. It has great potential.

Might try to do a few nights at Hat Chao Mai. Thanks for the recommendation! How do you find / book the cabins?

[grumpyoldman]

I love Hat Chao Mai and Pak Meng is pretty cool - for a day. I think it'd be a bit quiet for a longer stay. Have they cleaned Pak Meng up? Last time I was there a few years ago it was still pretty damaged from the Tsunami. It has great potential.

Might try to do a few nights at Hat Chao Mai. Thanks for the recommendation! How do you find / book the cabins?

There's a Thailand National Parks website, I believe an English version, but if unable to navigate that, might take a Trang 3rd party travel agent to get it done.Markup would be minimal for the service.

[Pakeha]

Thanks. I'll make some inquiries in Trang.Much appreciated!!

[Briggsy]

I went there over 10 years ago. It was much quieter than Krabi. There was one resort with a private beach. Not sure how they managed that.